There are similarities between the actors that could benefit HBO's Harry Potter show. We'll have to wait until 2026 for a complete picture of McTeer as Professor McGonagall, but the rumored actor ...

“Tumbleweeds” Oscar nominee Janet McTeer as Professor McGonagall and “Shaun of the Dead” comedian Nick Frost as Hagrid. Meanwhile, Paul Whitehouse (Tom Stoppard’s “Leopoldstadt ...

for Outstanding Ensemble Cast in a Motion Picture. Dame Maggie reached yet another fanbase worldwide when she took on the role of the stern yet lovable Professor Minerva McGonagall in the Harry ...

The show is expected to premiere in late 2026 ... with Janet McTeer and Paapa Essiedu to fill the roles of Professor Minerva McGonagall and Professor Severus Snape respectively.

Per Deadline, Janet McTeer is in negotiations to play Professor Minerva McGonagall, while Paapa Essiedu is nearing a deal to play Professor Severus Snape. The duo would join John Lithgow ...

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The 63-year-old is set to play head of Gryffindor House, Professor Minerva McGonagall, who was portrayed by Dame Maggie in the film series. She will be joining the likes of John Lithgow as ...